Emmett Technique Versus Bowen Technique for Upper Trapezius Myofascial Pain Syndrome

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Category Primary study
Registry of TrialsClinicalTrials.gov
Year 2026
This randomized clinical trial compares the Emmett Technique and Bowen Therapy for patients with upper trapezius myofascial pain syndrome, focusing on their effects on pain, cervical range of motion, and functional disability. The study includes 46 participants, randomly allocated into two groups of 23: Group A receives the Emmett Technique with conventional physiotherapy, while Group B receives Bowen Therapy with conventional physiotherapy. Outcomes are assessed using the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Neck Disability Index (NDI), and Universal Goniometer before and after treatment. The study aims to determine which manual therapy provides greater improvement in pain reduction, cervical mobility, and functional ability.
Epistemonikos ID: 0bdb767e0aba654f18d88129aae1cd0ee54811d4
First added on: Aug 17, 2026